Why I swim
I’m swimming this March because too many young lives are lost to suicide. I lost my closest friend Elizabeth to suicide in October and I don't want anyone to feel the grief or suffer like she did.
I'm swimming to save lives
Suicide remains the leading cause of death for young people in Australia.
More than 1 in 3 are experiencing mental health difficulties, yet over a million are not getting the support they need.
ReachOut provides anonymous, free and 100% online services so young people can find a safe place to connect, share and get help when life feels overwhelming.
I’m taking part in Laps for Life to make sure these vital services are always there. Please donate to my fundraiser and help more young people get the support they deserve.
My Swim Progress
Completed
28.37km (852 laps)
My goal
25km
My Impact
So far I’ve raised $1,102 to provided 275.4425 young people experiencing mental health difficulties with vital support.
Top Donation
$211
Justin & Susanne Pelham-Webb
Shoutout to Justin & Susanne Pelham-Webb – my biggest supporter so far with a $211 donation to help young people get the mental health support they need through ReachOut!
Funds Raised
Note: displays max previous 3 years of fundraising only
My Team
Thank you to my
supporters
$211
Justin & Susanne Pelham-Webb
$106.12
Robin Pelham Webb
$106.12
Richard and Judy Kenzie
$90.70
Franck Dupanloup
From Mamijo. Gros bisous 😘
$85.48
Franck
Bisous
$75
Kristen Parer
What an amazing start you have made to your March swimming goal. I can't imagine Elizabeth's story without you Persephone. You are a super special person and such a valued friend.
$64.67
Gillian McFarlane
$64.67
Duncan Pelham-Webb
We’re cheering you on (but not getting wet) for a wonderful cause.
$64.67
Marcus Webb
$54.12
Marc O
Good luck Persephone!!
$43.60
Barbara Baker
Persephone, what you are doing is wonderful. But above all else, take good care of yourself. It’s so good to be able to support you. From Barbara, Elizabeth’s granny (her mum’s mother)
$42.64
Tamasin Kenzie
Keep swimming!
$30.94
Carolyn B
For participating on Elizabeth’s birthday - thank you
$27.81
Kylie Haberl
Just sending love.
$22.58
Anonymous
$11.65
Byfords
Well done, Persephone.
Well Done Persephone !!! I am so proud of you!😀🤞👍